The 2018 Porsche Panamera is associated with 12 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 8 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Powertrain, accounting for 3 reports (25% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 16 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3l 6-cyl, 2.9l 6-cyl, 2.9L 6-Cyl plug-in hybrid, 4l 8-cyl, and 4L 8-Cyl plug-in hybrid configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 20 to 24 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 49 MPGe (21–22 MPG on gasoline) with up to 16 miles of electric driving range. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2018 Porsche Panamera belongs to the 2nd generation (Type 971) Panamera platform spanning model years 2017–2023.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 12 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 8 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Powertrain (3 / 25%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 1 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 20–24 MPG (16 variants • PHEV up to 49 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Panamera | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 24 MPG | — | $3,150 / yr |
| Panamera 4 | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 21 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Panamera 4 Executive | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 21 MPG | 27 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Panamera 4S | 2.9L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Panamera 4S Executive | 2.9L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 21 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Panamera 4 ST | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 20 MPG | 26 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $3,300 / yr |
| Panamera 4S ST | 2.9L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 20 MPG | 26 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid ST Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 40 MPGe (20 MPG) | 57 MPGe (25 MPG) | 46 MPGe (22 MPG) | 16 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 40 MPGe (20 MPG) | 57 MPGe (25 MPG) | 46 MPGe (22 MPG) | 16 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera 4 e-Hybrid Executive Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 40 MPGe (20 MPG) | 57 MPGe (25 MPG) | 46 MPGe (22 MPG) | 16 mi EV (480 mi total) | $3,450 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo Executive | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 14 mi EV (450 mi total) | $3,600 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid Executive Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 14 mi EV (450 mi total) | $3,600 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo S e-Hybrid ST Plug-in Hybrid | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 48 MPGe (19 MPG) | 51 MPGe (23 MPG) | 49 MPGe (21 MPG) | 14 mi EV (450 mi total) | $3,600 / yr |
| Panamera Turbo ST | 4L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S8) | 18 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,800 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2018 Porsche Panamera provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 16 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4 E-Hybrid 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4 E-Hybrid Executive 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4 E-Hybrid Sport Turismo 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Turbo S E-Hybrid 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| Turbo S E-HybridSport Turismo 5 HB AWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 5 HB RWD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2018 Porsche Panamera models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2018 Porsche Panamera problems & component breakdown (8 categories) →
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Defect Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera GTS and Panamera Turbo vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of specific model names and model years. Humidity may enter the external coolant pump for the climate control system and cause an electrical short circuit.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the external coolant pump and inspect and replace the plug-in connection, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 6, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available, anticipated July 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA1.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.
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